Installation - Desa EL36L Safety Information And Installation Manual

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WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Wiring to power source must not
be pinched or against a sharp
edge.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
To prevent a possible fire, do
not block air intake or exhaust
in any manner. Do not use on
soft surfaces where openings
may become blocked.
WARNING - RISK OF FIRE!
Do not blow or place insulation
against the firebox.
WARNING: If the informa-
tion in these instructions is
not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing
property damage, personal in-
jury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable vapors in the vi-
cinity of this or any other heater.
A junction box is provided to hard wire unit to
either a 15 amp (120/60) or 20 amp (240/60),
120 Volt 60 Hz grounded circuit.
Tools and building supplies required for

installation:

• Saw
• Pliers
• Hammer
• Phillips screwdriver
• Framing materials
• Tape measure
• Wall-finishing materials
• Caulking material
CAUTION: Provide adequate
clearances around the air open-
ings and adequate accessibility
clearances for servicing and
proper operations.
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INSTALLATION
Continued
• Square
• Gloves
• Level
• Surround
• Electric drill/bits
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WARNING: Control panel
door on this heater cannot, in
any way, be covered as it may
create a fire hazard.
BUILT-IN INSTALLATION
Built-in installations require a framed enclo-
sure constructed of 2" x 4" or heavier lumber
and sized in accordance with Figure 6. This
allows unit to slide into opening and be nailed
to stud at sides and top nailing flanges. These
flanges accept 5/8" drywall or plywood board
to finish unit flush to face. Optional trim ac-
cessories are available that will extend 1/2"
over rough edge of wall opening (see Acces-
sories, page 17).
IMPORTANT: If installing a perimeter trim kit,
you must install shoulder screws before insert-
ing fireplace into opening. See instructions
included with trim kit. If installing a mantel,
you must follow clearance instructions (see
Installation Clearances, page 5).
Platform/Subflooring
36
41
Figure 6 - Framing Dimensions
42
/
"
3
8
29
/
"
3
8
Figure 7 - Corner Dimensions
/
"
1
2
7
/
"
1
2
/
"
1
4
These Dimensions
Allow for 11
Clearance to Side
Wall of Fireplace
and 10' Clearance
to Perpendicular
Side Walls
11
/
"
5
8
58
1
/
"
4
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/
" of
5
8

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